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Old 02-10-2016, 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by SandlapperGT View Post
Thanks for the coffin build and info on the boat build. Why did you go with a plank method vs foam core or cold mold (think you mentioned time and effort were a negative)?

Could you compare the 3 methods in terms of skill, cost, time, strength, weight?

Thank you!
Sheathed strip (composite sandwich with wood strip core) is easier (quicker less skill needed) and cheaper than foam strip. Its lighter and cheaper than cold molded, probably quicker too

I prefer a sandwich hull, this one gets a lot of glass. Outside skin actually will have just about the same glass schedule if it were a foam core boat.
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